Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 15, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Askbuc, Inc. ("Askbuc," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects information in connection with the Askbuc Security Scanner desktop application and associated web dashboard (collectively, the "Service").
1. Information We Collect
Desktop Application: The Askbuc Security Scanner runs entirely on your local machine. Scan data — including process names, network connections, and startup entries — is analyzed locally. We do not collect, transmit, or store your scan data on our servers unless you explicitly choose to upload results to the web dashboard.
Web Dashboard: If you create an account and upload scan results, we store your scan data (process names, network connection metadata, startup entries, risk scores, and AI-generated explanations) to provide scan history, PDF reports, and trend analysis. We also collect your name and email address for account management.
Usage Data: We may collect anonymized, aggregated usage statistics (e.g., number of scans performed, feature usage) to improve the Service. This data cannot be used to identify individual users.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
- Generate AI-powered threat explanations for flagged items
- Produce downloadable PDF scan reports
- Maintain scan history for trend analysis
- Send important security notifications about your account
- Respond to support requests
3. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information or scan data with third parties, except as required by law or to protect our legal rights. AI-powered analysis is performed using our internal infrastructure — your scan data is not sent to external AI providers.
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest. Scan data uploaded to the dashboard is stored in encrypted databases with access controls. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure.
5. Data Retention
Scan data uploaded to the web dashboard is retained for as long as your account is active. You may delete individual scans or your entire account at any time. Upon account deletion, all associated scan data is permanently removed within 30 days.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your stored scan data
- Download your scan reports
- Delete individual scans or your entire account
- Opt out of anonymized usage statistics
- Request a copy of all data we hold about you
7. Children's Privacy
The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Askbuc, Inc.
- Phone: (219) 256-5454
- Website: askbuc.com/contact
